Petit Potato Innenarchitektur für Bar und Restaurant by Long Wu

Petit Potato Innenarchitektur für Bar und Restaurant by Long Wu is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award in Bronze in Innenraumdesign Competition Category.

BronzeInnenraum· 2025

Petit Potato Innenarchitektur für Bar und Restaurant

by Long Wu

Client: Hashtag Theory Inc.

A' Design Award in Bronze Winner in Innenraum Category

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The Design

About Petit Potato Innenarchitektur für Bar und Restaurant

Petit Potato ist eine Bar mit Restaurant an der Bay Street im Zentrum von Toronto. Der Innenraum umfasst rund 4.435 Quadratfuß und ist in drei Zonen gegliedert: Luminous Lagoon, Ethereal Forest und Spiritual Cave. Organische Formen, vielschichtige Texturen und eine dynamische Lichtgestaltung schaffen einen Ort der Ruhe inmitten des dicht bebauten urbanen Umfelds. Strukturierte Fliesen, reflektierende Metalle und Naturholz prägen den gesamten Raum. Die vorhandenen Tragstützen wurden zu baumartigen Formen modelliert, und Pflanzeninstallationen sind kopfüber montiert.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award in Bronze

Petit Potato Innenarchitektur für Bar und Restaurant ist Gewinner des A' Design Award in Bronze, einer hochprestigeträchtigen Anerkennung für herausragende Designs, die sich durch Kreativität, Einfallsreichtum und Scharfsinn auszeichnen. Bronze-Gewinner sind reichlich geschickte und auffallend kreative Artefakte, die die große Erfahrung, Fantasie und Findigkeit ihrer Designer belegen. Von Petit Potato Innenarchitektur für Bar und Restaurant wird erwartet, dass es ein hochgeschätztes, bewundertes und geliebtes Objekt ist, das bemerkenswert professionell und innovativ ist. Dieses mit dem A' Design Award in Bronze prämierte Design verkörpert bewährte Verfahren in Kunst, Wissenschaft, Design und Technologie und ist hervorragend in seiner Liebe zum Detail. Petit Potato Innenarchitektur für Bar und Restaurant befriedigt Bedürfnisse auf großartige Weise, berührt Wünsche, bezaubert Gefühle und spricht die Neugier an.

Behind the Design

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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Located on Bay Street in downtown Toronto, this bar and restaurant contrasts the dense urban landscape of glass towers and corporate bustle. Divided into three zones, Luminous Lagoon, Ethereal Forest, and Spiritual Cave, it offers a sensory escape through organic forms, layered textures, and dynamic lighting. Blending fantasy and nature, this biophilic retreat near major transit hubs and luxury retail transports guests from city chaos into tranquility.
Dimensions & Packaging: Enchanted Escape to Surreal Biophilia spans approximately 4,435 SQFT, with key spatial elements adding depth to the design.
Tags: Biophilic, Surrealism, Lighting, Organic, Aquatic, Dreamlike, Restaurant Design, Bar Design
Production Technology: The design of Enchanted Escape to Surreal Biophilia was realized using 3D modeling and rendering software through a variety of different designs. Materials like textured tiles, reflective metals, and natural wood were chosen for their tactile and visual impact. Dynamic lighting with smart controls enhances the immersive atmosphere. The upside-down plant installations, achieved through trial and error, required innovative structural solutions, with multiple prototypes tested to balance stability and visual impact, refining the design for both aesthetic and safety.
Design Challenge: Lighting had to shift atmospheres without overwhelming the space. Existing structural columns were creatively transformed into tree-like forms, blending with the environment. The upside-down plant installations needed careful placement to defy gravity and align with the lighting scheme.
Research: The project aims to create an immersive bar and restaurant that contrasts the rigid urban environment of downtown Toronto with nature-inspired, surreal design elements. Zones like the Luminous Lagoon, Ethereal Forest, and Spiritual Cave foster relaxation and escape, blending biophilic design with fantasy. Organic forms, dynamic lighting, and layered textures offer patrons a journey through tranquil, nature-infused spaces. The design strikes a balance between providing a retreat from the city's hustle and maintaining functional spaces for dining and social interaction.
Inspiration: The design for Enchanted Escape to Surreal Biophilia draws inspiration from:

1. Biophilic Design and Surrealism: Drawing from nature's inherent tranquility, the design incorporates organic shapes and textures to evoke a sense of escape. Inspired by surrealism, the space merges fantasy with reality, creating an immersive, dreamlike atmosphere that connects guests to a reimagined natural world.

2. Aquatic Inspiration: Lighting and reflective surfaces mimic the fluidity of underwater environments, enhancing the surreal ambiance and providing a calming, otherworldly experience.
Project Duration: Started: May 2023
Completed: August 2024
Location: Downtown Toronto Bay Street
Operation Flow: The design of Enchanted Escape to Surreal Biophilia creates an immersive experience, transporting guests from the fast-paced Bay Street atmosphere into a serene, otherworldly retreat. Through dynamic lighting, organic forms, and surreal elements, the space fosters a sense of wonder and tranquility. Easy navigation and distinct zones, like the Luminous Lagoon and Ethereal Forest, guide guests on a journey that evolves throughout their visit. The lighting subtly shifts to enhance mood, ensuring each visit feels unique, personal, and deeply engaging.
Team Members: Derek Yeung